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Nonsuch Mansion
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A beautiful Surrey setting, a day full of feeling, and the photographs that bring it all back.

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WORDS & PHOTOGRAPHS BYAndrew Miles5 min read
Emma and Raif holding hands beneath a stone arch at Nonsuch Mansion
Emma & Raif · Nonsuch Mansion

THE STORY, IN WORDS & PHOTOGRAPHS

Emma & Raif’s story

Nonsuch Mansion is one of those places that makes you stop and take it all in. Set in beautiful Surrey parkland, it brings together elegant architecture, gardens and the kind of natural light I love to photograph. I was delighted to capture Emma and Raif’s wedding here, and their day is a lovely example of everything this setting has to offer.

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01A morning at the mansion

Nonsuch Mansion: a little history

Nonsuch Mansion stands in Nonsuch Park, close to the site of Henry VIII’s former Nonsuch Palace. The mansion itself was remodelled in the early 1800s and is Grade II* listed. Its Tudor Gothic details give the building a distinctive character, with beautiful features both inside and out.

Nonsuch Mansion beneath a bright blue sky
The Nonsuch Mansion visitor information board The mansion framed by trees and a garden gate
A view through the house towards the bridal preparations Emma wearing sunglasses while getting ready
Peach and cream roses in the wedding bouquets A clock and decorative love letters inside the preparation room
Emma’s makeup preparations reflected in an ornate mirror Emma having her makeup applied
A member of the bridal party having her makeup finished Flowers framing the ceremony room’s tall windows
The ceremony room prepared with chairs and floral arrangements

02

The finishing touches

From the anticipation of getting ready to the celebrations later in the day, Nonsuch Mansion offers a beautiful setting for a wedding that feels entirely your own. The rooms have character and warmth, while the surrounding parkland offers plenty of space to step outside, take a breath and enjoy time together.

Emma fastening her earrings beside the mirror
A bridesmaid helping Emma with her wedding shoes The bridal veil being arranged over Emma’s hair
A guest adjusting her hat in the mirror Emma and a bridesmaid toasting with sparkling wine
Emma trying on a blue hat during the preparations Emma smiling at her bridal party before the ceremony
A black-and-white portrait of Emma in her wedding dress Emma holding her bouquet beneath her veil in black and white
Emma smiling with a family member

03

The promises

The mansion is available for exclusive hire and is licensed for civil ceremonies. Whether you imagine an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, the venue team can talk you through the spaces and options that suit your plans.

Raif laughing with guests before the ceremony
The wedding ceremony viewed through a doorway Emma entering the ceremony room with family
Raif greeting Emma at the front of the ceremony The bridal party approaching beneath the stained-glass windows
A guest reading during the ceremony Emma smiling with family seated nearby
Guests watching the ceremony from their seats A young guest standing near the couple during the service
A close view of the wedding ring exchange Emma and Raif making their vows before their guests
The newlyweds sharing a kiss during the ceremony Emma and Raif smiling at each other beside the windows
Guests standing as the newlyweds leave the ceremony

04

Confetti and sunshine

After the ceremony, the photographs move outside for confetti, drinks and time with family and friends. The mansion and gardens give those moments a beautiful setting, but it’s the smiles and conversations that keep drawing me back.

Emma and Raif walking through confetti outside the mansion
Guests gathered on the forecourt after the ceremony Friends chatting over drinks outside the mansion
Guests smiling during the outdoor drinks reception Drinks being carried out for the wedding guests
Guests laughing together in the sunshine A guest embracing a child during the drinks reception
Friends chatting with drinks in their hands Guests enjoying conversation outside the mansion
Friends laughing together at the drinks reception Guests walking together across the sunny forecourt
Canapés served on individual spoons

05

Around the wedding table

Flowers, glassware and the tables set for the wedding breakfast are part of the story too. I photograph those details alongside the people enjoying them, so the collection remembers both the care that went into the day and how it felt to be there.

Flowers and glassware arranged on a wedding breakfast table
Emma’s place card at the wedding breakfast Raif’s place card beside the table setting
The dining room set for the wedding breakfast The mansion’s decorative stained-glass windows
A guest writing a message in the wedding guestbook Guests reading the wedding seating plan
The wedding cake decorated with pastel flowers Guests greeting each other around a dining table
Family and friends seated during the wedding breakfast A couple looking at something together at their table
Guests reaching across the table to toast Friends raising glasses together at the wedding breakfast

06

Words, laughter and familiar faces

There is so much to work with as a photographer: the character of the house, the soft light inside and the greenery of the park. But the best photographs are always about more than the setting. They’re about the way you look at each other, the people around you and the little moments that happen naturally.

The newlyweds entering as a guest introduces them
A family member giving a speech beside the couple The speaker smiling as he reads from his notes
Emma and Raif listening during the wedding speeches Raif giving his wedding speech
The newlyweds smiling at each other over the wedding table Guests raising their glasses in a toast
A guest giving a speech beside the floral arrangement Friends listening and smiling during the speeches
Guests sharing a toast across the table A speaker smiling as he reads his wedding speech
Guests watching and listening from their table Family members smiling during the speeches
Two guests reacting with laughter Raif laughing during the wedding speeches
Guests enjoying a lighthearted moment at the table Emma smiling as she listens to a speech
A young guest seated with family during the wedding breakfast A wide view of the guests during the reception
Emma and Raif sharing a kiss at their table

07

A quiet walk in the gardens

For portraits, I’ll offer gentle guidance when you need it and leave room for you to relax together. We can make the most of the mansion and its grounds without taking you away from your guests for too long.

The newlyweds walking away together through the gardens Emma and Raif smiling as they walk hand in hand
The couple embracing in the formal gardens Emma and Raif together against a leafy backdrop
Raif kissing Emma’s forehead in the garden The newlyweds walking together along a garden path
The couple with their arms around each other during their walk The couple holding hands beneath the garden archway
The newlyweds walking towards Nonsuch Mansion A black-and-white view of the couple outside the mansion
Emma and Raif looking at each other on a garden path

08

From the first dance into the evening

The cake, the first dance and friends gathering beneath the fairy lights bring a warm finish to Emma and Raif’s story. The evening photographs hold onto that feeling of everyone celebrating together.

The wedding cake framed by warm fairy lights
Emma and Raif cutting their wedding cake The couple beginning their first dance
Emma and Raif smiling during their first dance The newlyweds holding hands as they dance
Family and friends joining the evening celebrations Guests filling the dance floor around the newlyweds
A couple dancing together at the evening reception Dancers silhouetted against colourful evening lights
Guests enjoying the music together Friends smiling on the dance floor
Wedding guests dancing beneath the fairy lights A guest dancing in the reception room
The evening reception seen through the mansion doorway Guests smiling and moving to the music
Two guests enjoying the evening celebrations Friends waving their arms on the dance floor
Raif laughing with guests beside Emma Two guests dancing together beneath the fairy lights
Guests enjoying the music beside the reception doorway The evening dance floor full of celebration

The people. The feeling. The moments that stay.

FOR YOUR OWN CELEBRATION

A few helpful notes
for your day.

A little advice for planning your own wedding, and useful information about the setting.

Tell me about your plans

Planning your day

The venue offers on-site accommodation, and there are also places to stay in the surrounding area. Availability, capacities and prices can change, so it’s worth checking the latest details directly with the venue as you plan.

Whatever your plans look like, make a little space in your timeline to enjoy the setting and spend time together. Some of my favourite photographs happen when there’s room to simply be yourselves.

For current venue details and availability, visit Nonsuch Mansion’s website .

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